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Climate change to wreck global income by 2050: study
Researchers in Germany estimate that climate change will shrink global GDP at least 20% by 2050. Scientists said that figure would worsen if countries fail to meet emissions-cutting targets
Changi loses top spot in latest ranking of world's best airports
The 2023 airport of the year and 12-time winner, Singapore's Changi Airport, dropped down to second spot in the ranking by the London-based research firm
Social safety net to get wider and better
A top official of the ministry said the government would increase the number of beneficiaries in two major schemes – the old age allowance and the allowance for widows, deserted, or destitute women.
Musician Pagol Hasan killed in road accident
In a tragic accident in Sunamganj's Chhatak, a head-on collision between a bus and a CNG-powered auto-rickshaw resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including popular musician Pagol Hasan.
PM opens Livestock Services Week and Fair in Dhaka
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today inaugurated the Livestock Services Week and Fair aimed at promoting poultry and dairy farmers through development of the sector
Opinion
A feminist approach to climate solutions
Feminist approaches offer significant opportunities for driving positive change.
How we are missing out on higher remittances
Do we have the vision and political will to accelerate change and make the most of the opportunities that are about to unfold?
Save our migrants in Malaysia
Bangladeshi migrants face unmet promises and exploitative employers in Malaysia.
Business
Wood plastic composites gaining popularity
Wood plastic composites in the form of kitchen cabinets, bathroom and balcony doors are slowly gaining popularity in Bangladesh for being an alternative to wood, according to industry insiders and realtors.
Sports
Arteta urges Arsenal to use Bayern 'pain' to fuel title bid
"We were very close, that is the reality. It's painful, but we have to learn from this. We had our moments, especially in the first half," Arteta said.
Former Australia skipper Lanning says 'obsession' caused retirement
Lanning skippered Australia's all-conquering women's team for almost a decade, winning four Twenty20 World Cups, a 50-over World Cup and Commonwealth Games gold.
Stuart Law named USA's head coach
Law had roles as head coach of both Sri Lanka and Bangladesh at the start of last decade and a stint with the West Indies in 2018, before more recent efforts with Afghanistan and the Bangladesh Under 19 team at this year's ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup.
News
Several shops, warehouse burnt in Tongi Bazar fire
Several shops and warehouses were burnt in a fire that broke out in Gazipur's Tongi Bazar early today
Sunamganj’s famous singer Pagol Hasan among two killed in bus-autorickshaw collision
Famous singer Pagol Hasan was among two people killed in a head-on collision between a bus and a CNG-run auto-rickshaw in Sunamganj's Chhatak upazila this morning.
Wider image / India's Gen Z voters seek jobs, harmony in world's biggest election
India's election starting on Friday is the world's largest electoral exercise with more than 18 million people voting for the first time.
NASA chief warns of Chinese military presence in space
China is bolstering its space capabilities and is using its civilian program to mask its military objectives, the head of the US space agency NASA said Wednesday, warning that Washington must remain vigilant
Tangail’s only gym a Rab camp for 18 years
The only gymnasium and indoor sports facility in Tangail once used to buzz with members engaged in vibrant sports activities and athletics, alongside being a hub for fitness enthusiasts.
My Dhaka / Post-Eid Reflections: Missing the chaos of the city
It is as if Dhaka has been sleeping for the last few days.
My Dhaka / Unmukto Library invites you to read under the open sky
When we talk about libraries, what image first comes to our minds?
Entertainment
K-dramas ‘Queen of Tears’ and ‘Parasyte: The Grey’ top Netflix Global 10
There's no overlooking the captivating phenomenon that is tvN's "Queen of Tears", featuring Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won. Penned by Park Ji Eun, this South Korean drama has soared to the pinnacle of global sensation, captivating audiences with its masterful portrayal of emotional roller coasters.
‘Remembering Khalid’: A music evening in honour of the legend
A solemn musical evening titled “Remembering Khalid” to pay tribute to Khalid Anwar Saifullah, a prominent figure in the Bangla band music scene is set to take place at Shoparjito Shadhinota, Dhaka University, on April 19, 2024, from 5 pm to 9 pm.
Entertainment’s Rising Stars / Oli Louis: The Nigerian man who fell in love with Bangla music
His rendition of "Shada Shada Kala Kala" marked a turning point, garnering widespread acclaim and affirming his belief that Bangladeshis would embrace him as one of their own if he pursued Bangla music wholeheartedly.
Life & Living
Rain in UAE: 9 Dhaka-bound flights cancelled
A total of nine flights bound for Dhaka from the United Arab Emirates were cancelled today due to the heaviest rain ever recorded in the Middle East country
Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Tati’ celebrates Bangladeshi weavers
If you are a devoted listener of Coke Studio Bangla, chances are you may not have missed its Season 3 opener, “Tati,” — a song that celebrates not just the music, but the very soul of Bangladeshi craftsmanship. Released under the creative direction of Shayan Chowdhury Arnob, the vocalists include Md Gonjer Ali, Oli Boy and the evergreen Jaya Ahsan.
Eid & Chill? 5 Binge-worthy comedy shows to keep you laughing
This Eid, you can ditch the post-meal awkwardness in the living room by embracing the glorious world of OTT platforms. So, settle into your spots on the couch before someone else takes it, and get ready to binge-watch these 7 hilarious shows and movies that will have you snorting laughter.
Youth
How the Islamic calendar works
Why is Ramadan sometimes 29 days long and sometimes 30 days long?
Starting your journey at a public university: What you should know
There are certain things you can prepare for, in order to make your transition into university life a little easier.
Keeping a family tradition alive through knitting
How Rudaba turned her passion into a business
Tech & Startup
A beginner's guide to Cudy routers
As we have arrived at the age of AI, it has become quite evident that to remain seamlessly connected to the digital world, we need a high-speed broadband connection, and a superior router is non-negotiable.
Canada to push ahead with digital services tax on global tech firms starting 2024
Washington opposes the plan on the grounds that it unfairly singles out U.S. firms.
Timeline not loading: Facebook hit with widespread outage
Facebook is reportedly experiencing technical difficulties, with several users unable to access their timelines. Complaints began surfacing around 10:30 AM Bangladesh time today, with users reporting a loading error that prevents anything from appearing on their timelines.
Star Multimedia
Israel releases pictures of damage caused by Iran's attack
Iran attacked Israel on Saturday with hundreds of drones and missiles. The Israel Defense Forces released photos of the damage in this attack. The BBC published two of the images today.
A village where lungis are still woven in an ancient way
Chachkia is the sole village in Pabna that still uses ancient looms to weave lungis.
Kangal Harinath, a pioneer of women's education
Kangal Harinath was a pioneer of women's education in a remote area of Kumarkhali subdivision. He also used to publish news of helpless, tortured and oppressed people in his newspaper.
MV Abdullah's chief officer sends audio message to family
Atiq Ullah Khan, chief officer of MV Abdullah, has sent an audio message to family after the ship and its 23 crew were released after more than a month.
What was Eid like in Dhaka 200 years ago?
You probably have not seen most of these rare paintings of Eid in Dhaka drawn about 200 years ago
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Environment
City will face no waterlogging this year: Taposh
Dhaka South City Corporation Mayor Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh today said there will be no waterlogging in the capital during the upcoming rainy season.
How European trash illegally ends up in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asian countries, including Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia, are facing an influx of illegal waste shipments from industrialized nations, with a considerable amount trafficked from Europe
Year's highest temperature of 40.7 degrees Celsius recorded in Chuadanga
Local weather official says 'severe heatwave' will continue
Severe heatwave sweeps over Chuadanga, Bagerhat
A severe heatwave is scorching Chuadanga and Bagerhat while a mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping over Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions and parts of Khulna, according to the met office
Chuadanga records season’s highest temperature
Amid the scorching heat in different parts of the country, Chuadanga recorded the highest temperature of this season at 40.6 degrees Celsius today
Rain drenches Dhaka amid heatwave
The city dwellers got some relief after rain drenched Dhaka amid ongoing heatwave across the country today
Heatwave sweeps over Bangladesh; Dhaka, 3 other divisions may see rain
A mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet and it may continue, according to Bangladesh Meteorological Department’s weather bulletin today
Dhaka’s air 4th most polluted in the world this morning
Dhaka's air continues to be 'unhealthy' as it ranked fourth on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality today
Fact-check
Fact check: Mossad did not describe deceased US airman as 'enemy'
More claims suggesting the remark came from Mossad spread across X and TikTok.
Meta to set up team to counter disinformation, AI abuse in EU elections
European Parliament elections will take place June 6-9. Its 720 lawmakers, together with EU governments, pass new EU policies and laws.
Misinformation and disinformation: A threat to democracy in Bangladesh
In today’s digital age, the spread of misinformation and disinformation has arisen as a major challenge to global democracy.
OpenAI to launch anti-disinformation tools for 2024 elections
The explosive success of text generator ChatGPT spurred a global artificial intelligence revolution but also triggered warnings that such tools could flood the internet with disinformation and sway voters.
Deepfake video targeting Gaibandha-1 candidate surfaces on Facebook
On the day of the National Election 2024, a fabricated video surfaced on Facebook featuring Nahid Niger, an independent candidate for the Gaibandha-1 seat, announcing her withdrawal from the election. Subsequent verification by Dismislab, an online platform specialising in media research and verification, confirmed that the video was a product of AI-based deepfake technology.
Podcast on fake news: Impact of Israel-Hamas conflict on Bangladesh's national election
Uncover the sources and intentions behind these circulating rumors.
Fake videos targeting BNP resurfacing on social media: reports
A distorted video featuring a speech by Begum Khaleda Zia, Chairperson of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has once again surfaced on Facebook, raising concerns about the spread of misinformation during the upcoming election. The video, created by adding together different portions of a speech delivered by Khaleda Zia in London back in 2015, resurfaced on social media platforms despite being fact-checked by three different fact-checking organisations in 2021 and 2022.
Doctors Without Borders targeted by Israel-Hamas war misinformation
"Basically he abused his position as a medic, which the IDF cannot shoot, to break the law and assist terrorists to get a weapon."
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